Guide to the 2019 Bassmaster Elite at Winyah Bay

Guide to the 2019 Bassmaster Elite at Winyah Bay

By Marissa Polascak ˙ April 8, 2019

The Bassmaster Elite Series is a tournament featuring the highest level of professional bass fishing, and this renowned tournament will be held at Winyah Bay in Georgetown, SC from April 11-14, 2019!

If you’re interested in being a spectator, check out this guide for all things you need to know about the 2019 Bassmaster Elite at Winyah Bay:

Dates and Location

The event will be held from April 11-14, 2019 at Winyah Bay in Georgetown, SC. Takeoffs will begin at 7 am each day from the Carroll Ashmore Marine Complex in Georgetown. Weigh-ins will also be at the Carroll Ashmore Campbell Marina at 3:20 pm each day.

Expo Information

The Expo will take place on Saturday and Sunday during the event, featuring the following:

•A demo ride of a Nitro, Triton, or Skeeter boat;

• The Berkley/Abu Garcia Experience trailer – test your knot tying skills;

• Buy official Bassmaster merchandise and join B.A.S.S.

•Prizes & more from Carhartt and Toyota

•Food & beverage vendors;

•Kid’s activities;

• and much more!

Angler Alley

Meet the Elites on Saturday from 1-3 p.m. Look for the Angler Alley sign and get photos and autographs from the pros.

Elite Live Watch Party

An Elite live watch party will take place on Sunday from 1-3:30 p.m. Hangout with special guests, and you could even be on the show!

Elite Angler Clinics

There will be Elite Angler Clinics on Saturday from 1-3 p.m. The pros will be talking about gear, tips, techniques, and more.

Military and First Responder Appreciation Day

Military members and first responders – show your ID on Saturday to a B.A.S.S. staff member at the Bassmaster booth and you will receive a free Bassmaster hat!

Member Appreciation Day

Sunday, April 14 is Member Appreciation Day! Show your B.A.S.S. membership to get a free Bassmaster hat!

Live Concerts

Enjoy free live music from Colin Raye on April 12 from 6-9 p.m., and music from Jason Michael Carroll on April 13 from 6-9 p.m. at Francis Marion Park. Theses concerts are part of the Winyah Bay Heritage Festival but are free to the public!